ROMA are eyeing a sensational swoop for Chelsea's want-away striker Romelu Lukaku if the Blues make a move for Moroccan defender Mehdi Benatia.

Romelu Lukaku is attracting plenty of interest having told of his frustration at Stamford Bridge[AFP]

Reports in Italy are linking the Blues striker with a move to the Italian capital as Roma officials are convinced that Benatia is at the top of Chelsea's shortlist to replace PSG-bound defender David Luiz.

Roma officials are keen to keep the defender but would use him as leverage to secure a deal for Lukaku if the Blues target the Moroccan.

Belgian striker Lukaku, who has had hugely successful loan spells at West Brom and Everton, recently told of his frustration at Stamford Bridge.

"You know Chelsea: every year they buy a new top striker," he said.

"I remember me coming into the dressing room last year and seeing Samuel Eto'o and Demba Ba and going: 'Whoah! What's happening here?'

"But no problem. Many clubs are interested in me.

"At this stage I have to look to myself. I have to play a good World Cup.

"That's very interesting for all the players looking for a transfer, and I must be one of them. Chelsea know my point of view."

Roma can offer the 21-year-old sensation Champions League football having finished second in Serie A last season.